Corporate Accounting Manager

Skyline is Building Better Together

Come join us at Skyline Construction, a leader in commercial interior construction founded in 1996. Today, Skyline operates multiple offices located throughout California, Washington, and Illinois. Skyline is 100% employee‑owned and has been recognized as one of Inc. Magazine’s Best Workplaces for the past 5 years. We believe that we are “building better together.”

The Corporate Accounting Manager oversees the daily corporate accounting operations, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data, managing the month‑end close process, and supporting financial reporting and compliance activities while serving as the primary backup for payroll operations. This role serves as a key liaison between divisional groups, accounting staff, and senior leadership, providing hands‑on leadership and driving process improvements to ensure efficient and effective financial operations.

The ideal candidate is a highly detail‑oriented self‑starter, organized, and thrives in a fast‑paced, construction‑focused environment.

• Maintain a strong working knowledge of GAAP and construction accounting standards
• Support the implementation of new accounting standards and policies
• Oversee day‑to‑day accounting operations, including preparation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual general ledger reconciliations
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies; prepare and approve journal entries
• Develop, refine, and maintain accounting processes and internal controls
• Prepare and review monthly work‑in‑progress (WIP) schedules
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of ledgers, journals, and project‑specific financial records
• Supervise Payroll, Accounts Payable, and Accounts Receivable functions
• Partner with the CFO and Corporate Controller on budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning

• Serve as backup for payroll processing to ensure business continuity
• Review payroll registers, tax filings, and benefit deductions for accuracy and compliance
• Support payroll tax filings, amendments, and year‑end processes (W‑2s, 1099s)
• Partner with Payroll Supervising Senior and HR to ensure accurate employee data, earnings, deductions, and compliance
• Assist with payroll system upgrades, testing, and integrations with accounting systems
• Respond to payroll‑related inquiries and resolve discrepancies when acting as backup

• Participate in financial statement audits and tax preparation with external CPA firms
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls
• Assist with preparation of payroll tax, sales and use tax, property tax, and other regulatory filings
• Support administration of 401(k) and ESOP plans
• Prepare and maintain bank covenant calculations and related documentation

• Hire, train, develop, and evaluate accounting staff
• Monitor employee performance and provide ongoing coaching and feedback
• Conduct regular one‑on‑one meetings to support employee growth and accountability
• Provide technical guidance and training to team members
• Stay current on accounting and construction industry trends through continuing education

• Communicate clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing
• Collaborate effectively with operations, senior leadership, and external stakeholders
• Represent the accounting department professionally with subcontractors, consultants, and internal teams

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives aligned with departmental goals
• Lead efforts to enhance financial processes and implement new systems
• Ensure procedures remain compliant with regulatory and industry standards
• Support due diligence and integration activities related to potential acquisitions

• Lead or participate in special projects as assigned

• Ability to multitask and perform effectively in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment

• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
• Professional, collaborative, and…